How to pronounce importance

Say it like this: /ɪmˈpoːtəns/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ɪmˈpoːtəns/

What does importance mean?

nounThe quality or condition of being important or worthy of note.

“The recording speed is also of importance in detecting flutters of high frequency.”

significance or prominence.

personal status or standing.

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